Learn how to lower your risk for heart disease, why you should protect your head from injury, how COPD makes it hard to breathe, and more.

Thursday, November 30, 2017

Make Heart Healthy Choices

Silverware and a heart-shaped bowl full of heart healthy foods.

Everybody is at some risk for heart disease. Take steps to lower your risk. (From NIH News in Health)

Protect Your Head

A young boy wearing a helmet sitting on a skateboard.

Falling down and hitting your head is the most common cause of traumatic brain injury. Learn about the different causes and get prevention tips. (From NIHs NINDS)

COPD 101

A senior woman coughing while a doctor listens with a stethoscope.

COPD is chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. Its a serious lung disease. Watch a video about how lung damage in COPD prevents proper air flow. (From NIH News in Health)

Alcohol's Effects on the Body

Drinking too much alcohol can cause cancer, heart damage, and many other health problems. (From NIHs NIAAA)

Brain Images Different for Suicidal Young Adults

A small study used machine learning to analyze brain images and identify people with suicidal thoughts. (From NIH Research Matters)

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